About the series: In this engaging series, we unveil the most promising voices in children’s literature, introducing the authors to keep an eye on in 2023. There’s something truly magical about discovering a new author, isn’t there? Well, let me tell you about Briony May Smith, a wonderfully talented freelance illustrator from the picturesque countryside …
Ever wondered what it would be like to flip a switch and step into another world with humans who can fly? Or slide down a rabbit hole and find animals who go to work? Well, even if you don’t experience these in real life, you could create them in your stories! In this week’s post …
Time Travel Tuesday IV: Diving into Parallel Universes Read More »
Welcome back to Time Travel Tuesdays! In our previous blogs of this series, we looked at the art of building unique time machines and understanding the butterfly effect and unforeseen consequences. Today, we’re about to witness these concepts in action through a mesmerising story. So, buckle up, as we delve into the tale of “The …
Time Travel Tuesday III: The Whimsical Wristwatch Read More »
About the series: In this series, we explore different creative writing genres that have captured children’s imagination over the years. Ever found yourself daydreaming about midnight feasts in cozy dorm rooms, secret societies, or perhaps magical classes in ancient castles? You’re not alone! Dive into the enchanting realm of British boarding school stories with me! …
Genre Tapestry I: The British Boarding School Story Read More »
Time travel in your story can be a thrilling adventure, but with it comes great responsibility. In the first blog post of this exciting series, we looked at ideas to create your own time travel device. Next, let’s explore how the smallest actions in the past can cause monumental changes in the future. Understanding the …
Time Travel Tuesday (II): The Butterfly Effect and Unforeseen Consequences Read More »
Join Oreo the lovably scatterbrain penguin on a sledging adventure with his friend Flipper, as they speed down snowy slopes and encounter a hilarious mishap along the way! Can you use the word “scatterbrain” in a sentence of your own? Post your answers in the comments!
Time travel has long captivated the imaginations of both young and old, and it has been a popular theme in many beloved children’s stories. Remember the magical wardrobe in C.S. Lewis’s “The Chronicles of Narnia” and the iconic Time-Turner in J.K. Rowling’s “Harry Potter” series? Time travel in stories instantly fascinates readers. However, incorporating time …
“Hey, Ms. V! I got your email regarding our class trip!” exclaimed 9-year old Liam, one of my former students. Looking at my surprised expression, he explained, “I have access to my mum’s email account, but I only open the ones that are from you or the school.” A quick question posed to the entire …
Hello, everyone! I am delighted to introduce myself as Vaijayanthi, a Cambridge Certified Teacher of English. During my time at The Hindu Group, I had the opportunity to teach at schools, universities and corporates. Anjaly and I have worked together on many of those projects! Since then I moved to the UAE and worked as …
Note: We are delighted to announce that Sanyukta Tripathy’s story has emerged as the victorious entry from our summer short story writing competition and giveaway, ‘To the Lighthouse’. Congratulations to Sanyukta on this outstanding achievement! About the Author My name is Sanyukta Tripathy. I’m 13 years old, and I’m from Angul, Bhubaneshwar, Odisha. Out of …
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